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Joe DiMaggio at Griffith Stadium - May 28th, 1941
May 28th, 1941: The First Night Game at Griffith Stadium
On May 28th, 1941, Griffith Stadium hosted its first night game under the newly installed lights. Walter Johnson was special guest, Joe DiMaggio had a 12-game hitting streak, and the Senators were stumbling. Read about the historic night in Washington baseball history.
Washington turns out for open air music. Washington, D.C., July 12, 1939. Sitting on stone steps near the Lincoln Memorial here, and facing a barge moored in the Potomac River, thousands of Washingtonians turned out to listen to the first of a series of summer concerts by the Washington Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Dr. Hans Kindler tonight. To give it his blessing and to enjoy the music, President Roosevelt arrived shortly before intermission accompanied by Brig. Genl. Edwin M. Watson, military aide, and Mrs. Watson (Library of Congress)
Concerts on the Watergate Steps
Discover the lesser-known history of D.C.'s iconic Watergate steps, which once resonated with the melodies of the Watergate concerts. From grand visions of dignitary arrivals to captivating symphonies by the Potomac, explore the steps' transformation through time.
White House stables and horse during Teddy Roosevelt's administration (Library of Congress)
The White House Stables Had to Go: President Taft and His Automobiles
President Taft was a huge advocate for automobiles, so much so that he was given a budget of $12,000 to invest in both automobiles as well as a building to house them. Read about the dismantling of the White House stables and President Taft's investment in automobiles.
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Mark Twain in DC: Humor at Congressional Copyright Hearings
Discover the story of Mark Twain's visit to DC in December of 1906 as he testified before Congress on copyright hearings. His testimony was sprinkled with humor to lighten the mood of the committee. Read the article to find out more!
Leaflet calling for funds to help complete the Washington Monument by John Carroll Brent in 1854 (Library of Congress)
John Carroll Brent's Appeal for Funds to Complete the Washington Monument in 1854
In 1854, John Carroll Brent called upon Americans to donate funds to complete the Washington Monument with the upcoming Fourth of July celebrations. Learn more about this failed attempt and the history of the monument.
The Willard Hotel in 1922 (Shorpy)
Exploring the Willard Hotel: A Look at the Amazing History and Detail of the 1922 Photo
Take a look at the amazing history and detail of the 1922 photo of the Willard Hotel. See if you can find anyone in the hotel peaking out the window. Maybe it's a ghost!
Wish You Were Here photo (1975)
Pink Floyd Plays the Capital Centre in 1975 on the Day MKULTRA is Brought to Public Attention
Revisit the legendary Pink Floyd's 1975 show at the Capital Centre, a performance that happened on the same day the U.S. President's Commission on CIA activities within the United States released the Project MKULTRA report. Learn more about this overlooked concert and the mind-control program.
Pennsylvania Ave. looking towards Treasury (Library of Congress)
Did Frederick Douglass Buy The New Era from a Colored Newspaper Boy?
This post explores the story of Frederick Douglass buying a newspaper from a colored newspaper boy on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, D.C. in January of 1870. Learn more about this fascinating moment in history!
View of the Capitol, by Charles Burton, Watercolor on Paper - 1824 (source: U.S. Capitol Visitor Center)
A Look Back at the Capitol Building in 1824: An Iconic Image by Charles Burton
Take a look back at the Capitol Building in 1824 with this iconic image by Charles Burton. Learn more about the history of the Capitol and see other amazing photos from the past.
burial at Arlington National Cemetery
Honoring the Unknown Loyal Dead: Frederick Douglass at Arlington National Cemetery, May 30, 1871
Honor the fallen soldiers of the Civil War with Frederick Douglass' speech, "The Unknown Loyal Dead." Hear his words and read more about his visit to Arlington National Cemetery on May 30, 1871.

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